Plants, Records & A Charity Event | larry Stylinson

Chapter 11

* I promise the good stuff is happening in a bit. Hope you still enjoy it :) *

Harry's cup is empty but he still keeps on sipping to avoid the urge to speak up. Not really sure what to say, he feels the silence weighting heavy on his lungs.

"I actually have an appointment in a bit. Is it alright if I let you walk back to the dorm alone? Or do you want me to text Niall, Liam or Zayn to come and pick you up?''

He is more than glad as Louis broke the silence, even if it makes him sad that their time together is coming to an end.

"Nah, it's fine. I think I'll manage to be left alone with my thoughts for a bit without drinking myself to death."

Harry meant it as a joke, but earned no laugh from Louis, who is too concerned to see any fun in it.

"Harold- that is nothing to joke about!"

"Sorry. I know. I'll be fine. But are you sure you can just leave me? Think Niall would be fine with that?"

He wants it so seem playful but deep down he was too sad that Louis would leave him. Like they all do. Like Nick did.

"I doubt we have to ask for his permission in every step of our journey."

Louis raises his eyebrows to signal Harry what he means. Harry thinks it's quite clever of Louis do use a code word while they're out and about where someone might hear.

Harry smiles.

"Bet you're right. He'll probably show up at my room tonight anyway."

"Yeah, I'll bet. Don't do anything I wouldn't do."

Louis jokes, putting on his jeans jacket and looking at Harry.

"See you soon, Harry."

"Have a good day, Louis."

Before leaving the table Louis thinks about hugging Harry goodbye but thinks that would be too fast, so he just smiles and leaves.

"H, you have to tell me all about that new boy! He's cute! Please either tell me you're dating him or that he is indeed straight and I have a small chance."

"Nora! You can't be serious!"

He can't help himself but laugh. He thinks about telling her the truth- that its a scam, but the last hour was to great to ruin it by speaking about the lie they are living.

"Well? Speak!"

"You have seen him for what? 35 minutes and exchanged five sentences?"

"And??"

"You make it sound like you have the biggest crush on him."

"Well... how couldn't I?? Have you seen him? Those eyes? That ass. Im no nun. And that smile, I think I'm in heavin. H, am I dead? Are you actually Jesus or an angel or whatever?"

"Bit overdramatic today, are we?''

"Can you please just answer my question so I can either ask you for his number or can make myself a hot chocolate with double the amount of cream to heal the pain."

"Alright alright, little drama queen. That was our first date."
Saying it more like a question than a statement.

"Nawwww! That's cute! And I was able to be a part of it."

A small victory dance taking place in a sitting position.

"Shut it! You changed moods quite fast."

"If anyone would deserve to be with a person like that it's you, H. How can I be mad or sad or anything at that?"

"You're too sweet, Nora."

"But you know... You have to tell me everything now. How did that happen? Last time I spoke to you you were still with the other bloke."

"Nick broke up with me about a month ago or so.. saying he wants to be single and fuck around basically. So I spent two weeks in my room, not seeing or talking to a single soul. I than was stupid enough to have sex with said ex. I was so upset about him using and hurting me... and Louis was just there."

He sees the way Nora's eyebrows ars wiggling.

"NO! Not like that! You have a dirty mind, woman. He spend time with me, offered me comfort and all... I mean we always were in the same group of friends and spend some time together but never alone. Didn't really like him as you know.. But than he asked me out a few days ago. Today he picked me up after classes and we went straight here. End of the story."

"Seems like you like him."

"Yeah.. of course I do... I hope there will be more dates following."
Not yet sure if he's speaking a lie or if he's honest.

"I'm hoping to take him to the gala. As like my date."

"Oh I bet he looks hot in a tuxedo!"

"You're unbelievable! I sadly have to go, but I'll come around more often. I promise!"

"Yes, please! Don't be a stranger again. Missed you too much. Don't hesitate to bring him with you!"

"You just want to check him out again."

"Those are your words."

They laugh it off till Harry stands up, taking his tote bag. He smiles, kisses her cheek and leaves the cafe with a grin on his face.